What's New for 2013?
Among the resources I use to stay on top of the latest trends in Design, is Dunn Edwards annual Specs + Spaces article. Today I'm sharing with you and edited version of their design trends for 2013. I'm not including the new colors trends due to time restraints. Following my blog is a link you can use for more in depth information on design trends and many great visuals of color examples.
The themes for the future are:
- Re - Invent
- Re - Newel
- Re - Imagined
- Re - Vival
RE-INVENT
The Inspiration: Inspired by the 19th century Industrial Age as well as sociological changes to the American landscape.
Design Check List
- Metals that age gracefully will cover surfaces rather than just details
- Rust, corrosion and copper are important materials and finishes
- Molten metals with raw joints
- Archaeological Chic
- Extreme Salvage
- Wild West Abode Chic
RE-NEWAL
The Inspiration: A world of blissful innocence not yet affected by global strife, focusing on a truthful and honest lifestyle, coupled with restrained luxury and a touch of glamour.
Design Check List
- Textures mimic nature
- Threads of color appear in fabric, wall covering and carpet
- Thatched Roofs
- Home Spas
- Mirrors and Key
- Plank siding and driftwood
- Faded colors that are dilapidated and charming
- Prairie planting
- Rough Luxe
RE-IMAGINED
The Inspiration: Images of far off realities give us a desire to run away.
Design Check List
- One World City
- Edible looking colors (cantaloupe and bubble gum)
- Pointillism, pixilation and cubism become design elements for walls
- Fantasy and escapism
- Sticker Art (for kids)
RE-VIVAL
The Inspiration: Re-birth of midcentury modernism in the Southwest. Resort lifestyle with a thrill of nostalgia and memories of travel and places.
Design Check List
- Mid - Century motifs
- Mid - Century reading
- Hollywood lore
- Resort motifs (logos from the past)
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